I'm currently without a personal computer, which makes studying a bit challenging. I do have access to a work laptop, but I'm unable to install any development tools on it due to company restrictions. I'm looking for a way to get a personal computer in the cloud that I can access remotely through a browser. I've considered options like Windows 365 but I'm hoping to find something cheaper. Any suggestions?
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If you're trying to study and can’t set anything up on your work laptop, why not just use that work computer for remote access? I've never had issues using work gear for personal projects as long as you're not overstepping any boundaries. But I get it, you might need specific tools for your studies.
The most affordable option would be to get a VPS. It's a bit barebones and low-powered, but it’s budget-friendly. Check out providers like RackNerd or IONOS for solid deals. You can find a list of options at Experte.com that includes affordable VPS offerings! They've worked well for me before.
A great alternative might be to rent a small cloud server. Many services offer free or low-cost virtual machines. You can set up a Linux environment with all the tools you need and connect either through SSH or remote desktop directly from your browser. Perfect for coding and studying!
Do you have any recommendations for specific services like that? I’ve mostly only seen Windows 365.
I'm a programmer, and that's exactly my problem. I need to install certain development tools but they're not allowed on my work laptop. That's why I'm looking for a cloud solution.